What was your first job as a journalist?
Technically as a feature writer at Sportskeeda, but my first full-time gig was the same role at Heavy on Sports.
Have you ever used a typewriter?
Yes, my Nan owned one. It's now collecting cobwebs.
How is social media changing news?
People can consume news in any format they prefer - old journalistic standards are being tipped on their heads.
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
I'm not familiar with any! Maybe Clark Kent?
What does it mean to be a journalist?
To work closely with a product you love whilst sharing it with a broader audience.
What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?
Most articles from The Onion.
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
Through email, however the pitcher wants to pitch.
What tools and software do you use to do your job?
WordPress, Canva, PhotoShop, Various Website CMSs, Social Media
What's your favorite social network?
Right now probably Facebook since people click through to our websites.
Who do you wish followed you?
Francis Ngannou or Alistair Overeem - favorite fighters.
Why did you become a journalist?
Because my love for the sport combined with my passion for writing makes for something that doesn't feel like work.
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
Nope! School didn't have one.
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
Covering the UFC antitrust lawsuit not only allowed me to showcase an interesting development to our audience, it also educated me in the process.
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
If you don't have relevant experience or qualifications, then build your own blog to impress potential employers.
When's the best time to pitch you?
Anytime other than when I'm asleep (usually 11 pm-8 am BST)
What's the best pitch you ever got?
I love it when news breaks of a major fight that is a guaranteed fan-pleaser.
What's the worst pitch you ever got?
N/A
What's your favorite drink?
Pop: Lucozade, Alcohol: Whiskey, Everyday: Water
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
At the gym training in Muay Thai.
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
The Ring Magazine.
What's the most common misperception about your beat?
That MMA is a crude blood sport.
